The Brachychiton rupestris, commonly known as the Queensland Bottle Tree, is a unique and iconic Australian native renowned for its distinctive bottle-shaped trunk and lush green canopy. This striking tree brings a sculptural feature to any garden or landscape, with its swollen trunk designed to store water, making it exceptionally drought-tolerant and perfect for Australian climates.
Grown in Australia, the Queensland Bottle Tree thrives in full sun and well-draining soils and is suitable for both residential and commercial plantings. Its slow-growing nature makes it a low-maintenance choice, ideal for feature plantings, avenue plantings, or as a shade tree in large open spaces. The Brachychiton rupestris is also a symbol of resilience and adaptability, perfectly suited to subtropical, temperate, and coastal regions across Queensland and New South Wales.
With its distinctive silhouette and hardy characteristics, the Brachychiton rupestris is a timeless addition to native gardens, tropical landscapes, and xeriscapes, offering beauty and practicality all year round.
Key Features:
- Iconic bottle-shaped trunk for water storage
- Australian native, grown for local conditions
- Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance
- Ideal for feature plantings, avenues, or shade trees
- Thrives in full sun and well-draining soils
- Suitable for subtropical, temperate, and coastal climates